Local Utility Operator - Southern Gulf Islands

Req

Business Unit:
Electoral Area Services

Division:
Water Wastewater Services Operations

Regular / Auxiliary:
Auxiliary

Job Type: Auxiliary (anticipated part-time schedule)

Pay Grade: CAN/05/02/J09

Rate of Pay: $37.16 - $37.16 per hour; plus 15% in lieu of benefits

Hours of Work:
Varies, average 4 - 6 hrs/wk

Posting Date:
September 24, 2026

Closing Date:
Open until filled, submission review to begin on October 13, 2026

This position performs routine tasks to assist with the operation of small system utilities including water distribution systems and water treatment facilities as well as wastewater collection and treatment systems in accordance with divisional standard operating procedures.

It is a requirement of this position to live on or be willing to relocate to Galiano Island to meet operational requirements.

• Performs routine physically demanding operations and maintenance work.
• Follows established procedures to complete assigned tasks.
• Assists in the operation and maintenance of small equipment and vehicles which includes the safe transportation of materials.
• Operates and maintains equipment and vehicles including assisting with trouble shooting and basic problem solving.
• Reads and understands routine design drawings and/or sketches
• Cleans, conducts basic repairs and maintains equipment as directed.
• Completes required documentation and data for the maintenance management system.
• Obtains equipment parts and supplies, as required, to complete assigned tasks.
• Maintains cooperative and effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and customers.
• Undertakes traffic control responsibilities, as directed.
• Performs building and ground maintenance and cleaning in and around facilities.
• Assist with the response to emergencies, as directed.
• Follows all policies, procedures and standards of the CRD
• Performs other related duties as required.

Water (Distribution/Treatment):

• Tests, cleans, repairs, exchanges, installs and maintains equipment related to water distribution systems and treatment facilities.
• Assists in the inspection, installation, repair, service and maintenance of equipment, such as: reservoirs, pumping equipment, pressure reducing valves, pressure regulators, pump control valves and treatment plant equipment.
• Performs basic repairs, as directed.
• Disinfects storage reservoirs and tanks.

• Must be physically fit to perform physically demanding work in all types of weather conditions and in a variety of environments, including confined spaces.
• Basic mechanical aptitude to perform the work, and must have experience using hand-tools, power-tools, and other equipment as would be used in a utility environment.
• Experience operating motor vehicles and construction equipment.
• Understanding and knowledge of the type of equipment used in a water and wastewater utility environment.
• Basic familiarity with SCADA operating systems.
• Ability to read, understand and follow routine design drawings, sketches, plans, specifications, work instructions and procedures.
• Ability to accurately follow and carry out verbal and written instruction.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and customer service skills are required.
• Maintains co-operative and effective working relationships.
• Must be able to multi-task and to balance changing workloads and priorities.
• Knowledge and understanding of WorkSafeBC practices/protocols, Workers' Compensation Act and OHS Regulations and other relevant safety statutes.
• Ability to understand and apply CRD safety documents and procedures.
• Respond to emergency call-outs, as required, to ensure operational needs are met.

• High School Graduation
• A minimum of six months' directly related experience

• BC Environmental Operators Certification Program Level 1 in Water Treatment, Water Distribution or Small Water Systems
• Valid BC Driver's Licence

We welcome all qualified applicants to apply and may consider a combination of experience, education and/or training where possible.

We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve.

In our commitment to bring differing perspectives to our workplace, and to deliver the best possible service to our customers, we encourage and welcome applications from all people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and lived experiences.

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